1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 574 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Hudson | Marcos |
| Model | Super Wasp | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |
